tangka Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 hey guys just wanted to find out if anyone has ever done this and if this would effect the load rating? looking at shortening an 2500mm beam to 1800 to fit a 5x2 tank. looking at 2 levels so so will need to hold 7 to 800kg a level. if its done by a professional welder would it hold up to the load if the normal factory welds hold 1000kg? If it can work what protective coating should be applied to the weld and probably all the beams to make them look the same? Some sort of gal spray paint? any info from you steel fabricators?? thanks dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIL355 Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 If its done by a proffessional welder there will be no dramas at all, shortening the beams by 700mm will probably give you an extra 700-1000kg?? load rating on it... yes paint with gal paint then paint what ever colour the beams are over that... David... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquaholic Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 I've have some that was shortened. No problem at all if welded properly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangka Posted September 19, 2010 Author Share Posted September 19, 2010 thanks guys, i think ill go ahead with this option and get them cut and rewelded. cheers dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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